"Paraffin wax is a petroleum by-product that is created from the sludge waste when crude oil is refined into gasoline."
"Beeswax candles last up to three times longer than paraffin wax candles and twice as long as soy candles of the same size."
"According to the EPA’s research, “Candles with lead wicks have the potential to generate indoor airborne lead concentrations of health concern. It is also possible for consumers to unknowingly purchase candles containing lead wick cores and repeatedly expose themselves to harmful amounts of lead through regular candle-burning.”
"Regardless of the lack of lead, burning several candles exceeded the EPA’s standards and posed an increased risk for cancer because of the acetaldehyde, formaldehyde, toluene, benzene and acrolein levels. All those chemicals, along with many others are not healthy or good for our bodies and most especially our lungs."
"Science has proven that a child’s tiny body is negatively affected by chronic low-level lead exposure. Burning paraffin wax candles that contain lead wicks is definitely in the category of low-level lead exposure."
- neurobehavioral changes
- hypertension
- kidney disease
- increased depression
- phobic anxiety symptoms
- mood and personality changes
- irritability
- aggressiveness
- changes in sleep patterns
- hyperactivity
- learning difficulties
- difficulty concentrating
- memory loss
- lethargy
- loss of appetite
- difficulty breathing
What what do you do with all those paraffin wax candles you have??? I still have mine, but I don't light them. I figured if in a case of emergency, and we are desperate for light, I may need them. For now, a couple just sit pretty in nooks and cranny's of the house. ha ha.
I started a little business called "BeeGood." I hand make pure beeswax candles. I custom design every unique candle. In addition, I use pure essential oils, organic coconut oil, and recycled glass. You can purchase one on www.beegoodcandles.etsy.com
Resources:
http://www.theredheadriter.com/2012/03/the-truth-about-paraffin-wax-candles-are-they-toxic/
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/08/21/candles.air.pollution/index.html?eref=rss_health
You can buy any of these candles on Etsy:
Visit: www.beegoodcandles.etsy.com
Visit: www.beegoodcandles.etsy.com
Visit: www.beegoodcandles.etsy.com
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